ADI & BDIA Joint Webinar: Counterfeit Devices, Compliance and Patient Safety (Online, 14 October 2026)

Join the BDIA’s Chief Executive, Edmund Proffitt, and Policy & Public Affairs Manager, Adam Stanley, who will be providing an overview of how the medical devices in use in dental practices are regulated to ensure patient safety and product efficacy. The webinar will cover the process that products must go through before they can be sold in the UK, who is responsible for regulating them and the risks that can arise from using counterfeit or non-compliance devices. In addition to highlighting examples of illegal products and the dangers associated with them, the session will offer advice on steps dental professionals can take to protect themselves, their practices and their patients while maintaining compliance.

By the end of this webinar, delegates will be able to identify:

- What is medical device regulation?
- How medical devices are regulated in the UK
- Counterfeits and non-compliance: what are the issues?
- What are the risks, and why does it matter to the dental team?
- What to look for when purchasing and using dental devices
- What can BDIA and ADI do to support compliance?

1. Understand the regulations – Gain a clear overview of how medical devices used in dentistry are regulated in the UK and what this means for your daily practice.

2. Protect your patients and practice – Learn how to identify counterfeit and non-compliant products and minimise the risks associated with their use.

3. Stay compliant – Understand your professional responsibilities and the practical steps you can take to ensure compliance with current legislation.

4. Learn from the experts – Hear directly from the BDIA's Chief Executive and Policy & Public Affairs Manager, with the opportunity to ask questions and gain practical guidance from industry specialists.

5. FREE registration.